F1 unites for Vettel's biodiversity bash at Buzzin' Corner

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Formula 1's teams and drivers gathered on Thursday at Suzuka's Turn 2 – or Buzzin' Corner – at the behest of Sebastian Vettel to celebrate the four-time world champion's latest biodiversity initiative.

Creating a buzz for a greener future, each team was assigned a bee hotel in the area located inside the corner where the kerbs have been painted black and yellow.

Bee-hind the scenes, Formula 1 is a buzzin'!

Phillip van Osten

Motor racing was a backdrop from the outset in Phillip van Osten's life. Born in Southern California, Phillip grew up with the sights and sounds of fast cars thanks to his father, Dick van Osten, an editor and writer for Auto Speed and Sport and Motor Trend. Phillip's passion for racing grew even more when his family moved to Europe and he became acquainted with the extraordinary world of Grand Prix racing. He was an early contributor to the monthly French F1i Magazine, often providing a historic or business perspective on Formula 1's affairs. In 2012, he co-authored along with fellow journalist Pierre Van Vliet the English-language adaptation of a limited edition book devoted to the great Belgian driver Jacky Ickx. He also authored "The American Legacy in Formula 1", a book which recounts the trials and tribulations of American drivers in Grand Prix racing. Phillip is also a commentator for Belgian broadcaster Be.TV for the US Indycar series.